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Meaning of AAU | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2

Definitions

  1. Initialism of assigned amount unit.
  2. Initialism of Amateur Athletic Union; also A.A.U.

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Examples

“The standard allowance, an “assigned amount unit” (AAU), is equivalent to one metric ton of carbon dioxide emissions. […] In general, these credits can be purchased, sold, and otherwise transferred by private actors through international markets. Unlike AAUs, they are not allocated by a state but rather are generated through voluntary activities undertaken most commonly by private actors.”
“[…] the AAU […] had not only refused to unsanction the meet but was also said to be contributing funds to bring in foreign competitors […]”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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